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The image shows a woman seated on a red chair near a table. She faces a large window with moonlight coming in. Her hair is styled up with a curled fringe. She wears a dark gown with a high neckline, short sleeves, and shoulder details. The woman accessorizes with a pink choker and yellow opera gloves. One gloved hand rests on the table, which also holds a vase and a closed book or box. The dimly lit room has a dark curtain drawn to the side. The window shows a night sky with the moon and silhouettes of rooftops and chimneys.

Drawing1980.45.14.a-b

a) Standing Woman with a Fan (recto); b) Study of a Man and Woman (verso)

Jean-Louis Forain

probably 1880/1890 · a) watercolor and opaque watercolor on wove paper b) watercolor on wove paper

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This is a drawing of a robed figure and a child in a rough, sketchy style. The image features a lightly drawn scene with figures rendered in a reddish-brown chalk or pencil. On the left is a sketch of a child or small figure seated or positioned on some sort of pedestal or structure. The figure seems slightly blurred into the lines. To the right is a more prominent figure, possibly an adult, with draped clothing that creates flowing, curved lines. The drawing is characterized by its unfinished, dynamic nature.

Drawing2021.38.1.a-b

a) Studies of Figures and a Hand (recto); b) Studies of a Bull (verso)

Giulio Campi

c. 1530 · a) red chalk on laid paper b) red chalk on laid paper

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The image shows the back view of a person's upper body from head to knees. The person is kneeling with their body slightly turned to the right, arms extended upward and hands joined. The individual has wavy, shoulder-length hair. The muscular structure of their back and arms is detailed. The person is wearing a draped garment covering the lower part of their torso and falling over one leg. There are no visible accessories or objects in their hands. The background is mostly blank, with minimal sketch lines suggesting a surface or ground.

Drawing2022.51.1.a-b

a) Study of a Man Kneeling, Looking Upward (recto); b) Studies of the Same Figure (verso)

Francesco Fontebasso

c. 1733 · a) pen and brown ink on laid paper b) pen and brown ink on laid paper

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The image depicts a sketch with several figures. In the center, there is a nude figure standing facing a clothed figure with a raised arm. Other smaller and less detailed figures surround them, some sitting or kneeling. The background shows a natural landscape with rocks, cliffs, and a river. The sketch is done in a loose style on toned paper.

Drawing1981.64.1

a) The Baptism of Christ; b) Draped Figure Holding a Book and Man Wielding an Ax with a Figure

Pietro Perugino

c. 1475 · a) pen and brown ink b) pen and brown ink and black chalk

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The drawing depicts a field with cabbages in the foreground, leading towards leafless trees against a boundary wall in the distance. A structure, potentially a house with a chimney, is visible beyond the wall. Quick, sketchy lines convey details in a spontaneous manner. The color palette is limited to neutral tones, and the paper's texture adds a warm, earthy hue. Pencil marks create varying shades of gray for depth and texture.

Drawing1963.11.174.a-b

a) The Cabbage Field (Le Champ de choux); b) The Cabbage Field (Le Champ de choux)

Camille Pissarro

c. 1880 · a) graphite on wove paper; b) softground on wove paper

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Sketched with brown ink on now-darkened paper, thirteen men sit on the far side of a long table. They gather in clusters of three as they look and gesture toward a man at the center, Jesus, who has long hair and a beard. They all wear robes. Square openings in the space behind the table recede into the distance but are lightly sketched. Subtle vertical lines of the laid paper are visible, and the bottom center is stamped with a letter R.

Drawing2009.54.9

a) The Last Supper; b) Putti

Vincenzo Tamagni, after Leonardo da Vinci

c. 1515 · a) pen and brown ink on two joined sheets of laid paper; b) pen and brown ink on laid paper

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The image displays a sketch showing two individuals standing closely together. One figure leans forward with a bent posture, while the other stands upright. The figures have minimal facial features and wear head coverings and loose clothing. One person carries a bag over their shoulder. In the background, there are piles of luggage or sacks, a tall rectangular signpost, and a basic open setting with horizontal lines and an indistinct shape resembling a building.

Drawing1943.3.4077.a-b

a) Two French Soldiers near a Notice Board (recto); b) Nursemaid and Children with Horse or Donkey (verso)

Jean-Louis Forain

c. 1914/1919 · a) brush and black ink with brown wash on wove paper b) black crayon on wove paper

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The image is a drawing of two individuals in trenches. One person is shown from the chest up, leaning slightly forward with crossed arms. Their facial features are darkened with a beard. They wear a helmet and a coat. The second person is seated nearby, wearing a helmet, goggles, and a scarf covering most of their face. The background is shaded with crosshatching and lines, suggesting darkness. The trenches are lined with bag-like objects. A signature "frain" is in the bottom right corner.

Drawing1943.3.4125.a-b

a) Two Soldiers in a Trench (recto); b) Interior with Figures Seated Behind Table (verso)

Jean-Louis Forain

c. 1914/1919 · black crayon and brush and black ink on wove paper

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The image shows a sketch with two figures. The figure on the left is depicted from the waist up, with long hair falling over one shoulder. They are dressed in a sleeveless garment. The figure on the right is seated, has a bald head, distinct facial features, and wears a dark suit. They are holding what appears to be a large bird. The background is plain with minimal sketch lines, and there are inscriptions in the upper left and below the figures.

Drawing1943.3.4105.a-b

a) Versailles juillet. La Germania signe... (recto); b) Sketch for Figure of Germania (verso)

Jean-Louis Forain

probably 1919 · a) black crayon and brown wash on wove paper b) black crayon on wove paper

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The image shows an illustration of two individuals. One person is seated, while the other is standing and slightly bent forward. The seated person has a large mustache and wild hair, and is leaning back with an arm resting on a surface. He is wearing loose clothing. The standing person is bald, with defined facial features, wearing a long coat, and has his hands positioned in front of him. The background is minimally detailed, hinting at objects like bottles on a table.

Drawing1943.3.3897.a-b

a) Waiter and Customer (recto); b) Sketch of a Man and Woman (verso)

Jean-Louis Forain

Date not recorded · a) brush and black ink and graphite on wove paper b) brush and black ink on wove paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.10485

A. C. Richards' Garden

Gilbert Sackerman and William Merklin

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows an elevated view of a park or garden. A large hill is visible in the upper third of the image. The garden below has geometric pathways, plots, and a circular arrangement with colorful flowers. The brushstrokes are delicate and controlled, with a watercolor technique. The color palette includes greens of the foliage and vibrant reds, pinks, and whites of the flowers. Small houses are nestled among the greenery, with paths leading towards the garden. In the distance, the garden transitions into open fields bordered by rows of tall trees.

Index of American Design1943.8.10512

A. Elliot Estate

Gilbert Sackerman

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a man standing with his head slightly bowed and hands clasped together in front of him. He has exaggerated facial features, a full beard, and closed eyes. He wears a long robe and a skullcap, with wavy hair. Behind him, there is a crowd of people sketched in a more abstract style with minimal detail.

Print1943.3.3141

A. Fréd. Pierre comte de Falloux

Honoré Daumier

1849 · lithograph

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The image shows a caricature of a man with exaggerated facial features and a humorous depiction of having a human upper body and a turkey's lower body. He is walking confidently up a set of steps, holding a flag that partially reads “Le Grano” and wearing a suit with a bow tie. There are several sketch-like bystanders behind him, and the background consists of stairs suggesting a staircase.

Print1943.3.3194

A. Granier de Cassagnac

Honoré Daumier

1849 · lithograph

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The image shows a half-body view of a person standing slightly turned to the side, with their head facing forward. The individual has short, wavy hair that is parted on the side. They are wearing a suit with a patterned jacket, a white shirt, and a dark bow tie. The person is holding a painter's palette and a brush, painting on a canvas set atop an easel. The artwork depicts a landscape with trees and what appears to be a building or house. The background is neutral, with no distinct features visible, aside from the presence of the easel. The image is framed in an ornate gold and red mat.

Photograph2023.146.14

A. H. Goldon

American 19th Century

1850s · daguerreotype with applied color

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Print2015.19.1584.45.13

A. J. Constable

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

1809 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper

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The image features an aerial view of a landscape design. The horizon is not visible, highlighting the layout of the estate grounds. The style shows detailed brushstrokes outlining different vegetation and garden plots with a vibrant and diverse color palette. Green, yellow, and brown depict trees and grass, while red is used for structures. Blue and purple tones suggest water or shadows. The forefront shows geometric garden plots with various patterns. Paths and traditional landscape elements are also visible. Farther in the distance is a red building surrounded by circular landscapes.

Index of American Design1943.8.10488

A. M. Ferris Estate

William Merklin

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a miniature portrait of a man's upper body. He is facing forward with his body slightly turned to the right. The man has fair skin, rounded cheeks, and light hair styled in waves away from his face. He wears a dark maroon coat over a white shirt with a white cravat. The portrait is in an oval gold-edged frame against a neutral gray background, suggesting a painted surface with delicate detail.

Drawing2015.19.2480

A. T. Kerr, Esquire

James Peale

1798 · watercolor on ivory

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Photograph2023.146.103

A. W. Porter, Wilcox & Gibb’s Sewing Machine Agent

G.S. Tubbs, Son & Co.

c. 1865 · albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)

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The image shows five men outdoors beside a wooden structure with a sign that reads "AMBROT." Two men are seated on chairs, one of them holding a piece of paper. Three other men are standing nearby, one leaning against the building, one to the left of the seated men, and another on the right holding a long object. The men wear various period clothing, including vests, jackets, and hats. In the foreground, there is a pile of firewood. A canvas tent is pitched to the right, and in the background, there is an open area with a horse-drawn wagon and a large tree. The scene is in sepia tone.

Photograph2021.122.10

A.J. Porter Ambrotype Studio

American 19th Century

1860s · albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)

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The image depicts a caricature of a person in full body view. The figure is standing upright with their hands in their pockets. The person has exaggerated facial features with a large head, prominent cheekbones, and a pronounced chin. They are wearing spectacles and have a receding hairline with short hair. The clothing includes a dark suit jacket, a bow tie, a white shirt, and striped trousers. They are standing on a subtly shaded ground with a lighter background that includes faint sketching of a figure standing at a podium, pointing forward. The text in the image includes the name "Glais-Bizoin" and some descriptive captions.

Print2015.143.443

A.O. Glais-Bizoin

Honoré Daumier

1849 · lithograph

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The image shows a caricature of a man standing upright. He is holding a large fork with his right hand, while his left hand rests on a white table. The man's facial features are exaggerated, including a large head, pronounced cheekbones, and a pointed nose. He has curly hair and sideburns, and is dressed in formal attire. The background is simple, with soft lines suggesting curtains and a table with a vase-like object.

Print1943.3.3157

A.P.F. Deslongrais

Honoré Daumier

1849 · lithograph

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The image is a portrait painting showing a man's upper body. He is positioned slightly turned to his right, with his head facing the viewer. The man has fair skin, defined cheekbones, and small, bright eyes. His hair is short, neatly combed, and grey or white. He is wearing a dark coat over a white shirt with a high collar, partially visible. The background is a muted, dark color, providing a simple setting that emphasizes the subject. There are no visible jewelry or objects in the image.

Painting1945.11.1

Aaron Baldwin

Francis Alexander

c. 1835 · oil on wood

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The image is a drawing of a person standing. The individual has one arm raised in front of them, and the other arm is holding a staff upright. The person's facial features include a prominent nose, closed eyes, and a long beard. Their hair is wavy and flows around their face. They are dressed in loose, flowing robes that drape around their body, reaching down to their feet, leaving their toes visible. The background is minimal, with sketching around the person, including a serpent-entwined staff on the left side. The drawing is monochrome with varying shades, and there is a scribbled design in the top right corner.

Drawing2015.19.725

Aaron Converting His Staff into a Serpent

Robert W. Weir

c. 1860s · ink and graphite with gouache on wove paper

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